Nikon P500 vs Nikon P510

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon P500 versus Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and P510 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P500 was announced 17 months prior to the P510 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the P500 matches up versus the P510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P500 and Nikon Coolpix P510. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P500 comes with outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Nikon P510 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P500 versus Nikon P510 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the P500 against the P510.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P500 and P510 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P500 and P510.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon P510 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older P500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.